What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.

In connection with Christian baptism, what is washed away?
In order to baptize the eunuch, where did Philip take him?
What command did the Lord later give to Abraham?
What condition is attained in obeying the truth?
Why did the Lord abhor the Canaanites?
Was the Sabbath \"made\"?
Would God have His people unite in these combinations?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle